What Guides Us
Ko te tamaiti te pūtake o te kaupapa
Children are at the heart of everything we do
We are guided by our vision and mission (our why), our values, and our approach, with Te Tiriti o Waitangi as a foundation for everything we do.


Our Why
We exist to ensure the oranga of all tamariki (children), and whānau (families), sustained by strong connections and a true sense of belonging.
We walk alongside tamariki and whānau to enhance oranga through holistic assessments and transformative services. We partner with social service professionals and organisations by providing high-quality professional development, reflective supervision, and consulting services to support best practices and deepen relational connections across Aotearoa.
Our Values
Hutia te rito o te harakeke, kei whea te kōmako e kō?
Ki mai ki ahau; he aha te mea nui o te Ao?
Māku e kī atu, he tangata, he tangata, he tangata!
At Relate Services, our practice is based on a Pā Harakeke framework and guided by Te Tiriti o Waitangi, ensuring a culturally responsive, rights-based, and relational approach. We advocate for the wellbeing of tamariki, whānau, and hāpori by strengthening connection and belonging, applying a neurodevelopmental lens, and focusing on strengths and solutions. This holistic approach empowers individuals and communities to thrive by enhancing their capacity for resilience, self-determination, and growth.

